"I use the two following sites
http://www.deeproot.co.uk/
http://www.shootgardening.co.uk/
both have their benefits and pitfalls, deeproot allows you to have individual lists for clients, whereas shoot is a bit more user friendly."
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Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
Started this discussion. Last reply by Colin Hunt Apr 27, 2012. 10 Replies 0 Likes
Just had my first patio window smashed the other week while mowing clients lawn, cost me £380 to repair (below excess on insurance) , any ideas for light weight protector i could carry around with…Continue
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Michael long replied to Nick Murray's discussion Strimmer Advice"I use a sarp cost about 350 last year. always starts first time fairly lightweight and d handle which allows you to get into akward positions. used to use cow horn machine and felt it very uncomfortable to use"
Michael long posted a blog postMower leaking petrol
Went to start work today to find the lawn mower leaked petrol in the van overnight. Can't believe got loads of mowing to do, also pelting down with rain. what a day.See More
Colin Hunt replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming"Vigilance is all part of the job. We use ply when breaking up concrete etc, but I like the corex idea, will give it a go.
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PRO MemberGardens4u.co.uk replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
"i agree with paul.
but with mower after no smashes in 9 yrs i then smashed my own car drivers side window with my mower on grass nearby :(
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PRO MemberAustin Powell-Allen replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
"I always do a walk check and remove sticks, stones and inform owner of any dog poo prior to cutting there lawns.
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briggsandscrapem replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming"You can brazen it out if you want and refuse to pay up as they are the ones who instructed you to mow the grass and the broken window is a result of the mowing operation. If it starts getting legal then don't forget to say that you made a…"
PRO MemberPaul McNulty replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
"Like Paul, in twenty-plus years I've not had any damage from strimming. I'm incredibly careful near any glass, it horrifies me how some people use strimmers on full-speed around gravel areas, trees etc. I appreciate that I'll be…"
PRO MemberGary RK replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
"And they can richocet off adjacent walls and obstacles.
Be a boy scout and be prepared..thats my motto :-)"
PRO MemberChris Auld replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
"But the mower can still fire out stones.
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Michael long replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming"many thanks will do, it's a lot cheaper than a new window
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PRO MemberGary RK replied to Michael long's discussion Any ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
"Go to a builders merchant and buy a 8*4 sheet of cordex ( a couple of £s). Will fold up, lightweight and can easily stored in roof of van using a couple of bungee cords. We use a couple of bits of duct tape to temp stick cordex sheet over…"
Michael long posted a discussionAny ideas for protecting patio windows when mowing/strimming
Just had my first patio window smashed the other week while mowing clients lawn, cost me £380 to repair (below excess on insurance) , any ideas for light weight protector i could carry around with me. ThanksSee More
Michael long replied to paul mcdermott's discussion Dutch imports"I have found Palmstead Nursery to be excellent value and the plants in excellent condition, with plant size to fit all budgets. delivery a little pricey but if spending a lot won't really matter."
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Mower leaking petrol
Posted on May 15, 2012 at 13:26 0 Comments 0 Likes
Went to start work today to find the lawn mower leaked petrol in the van overnight. Can't believe got loads of mowing to do, also pelting down with rain. what a day.
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